Achill

The name Achill is a short form of the Greek name Achilles, which has its origin in the Ancient Greek Achilleus (Ἀχιλλεύς). In Greek mythology, Achill is a central figure in the Trojan War.

What does the name Achill mean?

The first name Achill is derived from Achilles and refers to the Ancient Greek figure Achilleus (Ἀχιλλεύς). The exact meaning of the name is unclear, but it is often translated as 'the suffering of mankind' or 'the pain of the people.' The roots of the name may lie in Ancient Greek, derived from the words ákhos (ἄχος), meaning 'pain,' 'sorrow,' or 'suffering,' and lāós (λᾱός), meaning 'the people' or 'the folk.' Achilleus was a legendary hero of Greek mythology, son of Thetis and Peleus, who defeated Hector in the Trojan War. Variants of the name include Achilleas, Achille, Achilleo, and Aquiles, while the feminine form is Achillina. Additionally, Achilleus and Nereus were two Christian martyrs who died around the year 304 under Diocletian.

Where does the name Achill come from?

The name Achill has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the suffering of mankind.'

How do you pronounce Achill?

The pronunciation of Achill is powerful and consists of two syllables. The name is pronounced as 'A-chill' [aˈçɪl] or [aˈkɪl]. The distinctive fricative sound in the middle gives the name a harmonious blend of softness and tension, while the clear ending -ill sounds bright and definite. Overall, Achill conveys a heroic, ancient sound that feels strong, combative, and present.

When is the name day of Achill?

The name days for Achill are May 12, June 3, and June 13.

Popularity

In Germany, Achill is a rather rare first name. In 2021, it ranked 5,195th on the list of the most common male first names. Achill's best placement was in 2015, reaching 3,972nd place. Over the last ten years, the name has been given about 20 times, placing it 6,103rd in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 7,284th.

Famous people

• Achill Rumpold (politician)
• Achill Scheuerle (German merchant)